When decorating, it is often said that it is “all in the details”. When aiming for a sense of sophistication, it is all in the SUBTLE details. Let’s start with stripes. They work well in any decor theme from casual to contemporary to classic, but when aiming for a sophisticated feel, the best kind of stripes are the ones that are barely there. This can be accomplished by painting the wall your chosen color and then taping off the wall to create your stripes. Instead of adding a second color for the stripe, you can instead add clear glaze, creating … Continue reading →

Normally, when you want to update your home’s look you would paint and change out your pillows, throw blankets, and update your accessories. If you have already taken these steps and still feel your home needs a little something more, you should try adding ribbon to your decorating scheme. Here are some ideas for using ribbon that will make a big impact with little money. Hang ribbon behind decorative plates. Tie together a series of decorative plates by hanging a ribbon on the wall vertically. Make a bow at the top and let a long piece hang down. Arrange your … Continue reading →